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SB03 LFF

2003 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1753cc

Green Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1753cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Focus Diesel 1753cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 9 (57% pass rate). It has 154,520 miles on the clock, averaging 10,214 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TDdi engine is known for timing belt failure and thermostat housing (plastic flange).

MOT & Mileage History for SB03 LFF

MOT Status
Due date passed
154,520
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
57%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 9 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
10,214

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading154,520 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,214
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB03 LFF 42k70k98k126k155k '06'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage154,520 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,520 miles
Since last MOT+25,609 miles
PASS
Mileage128,911 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage128,910 miles
Since last MOT+14,599 miles
PASS
Mileage114,311 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,311 miles
Since last MOT+6,208 miles
PASS
Mileage108,103 miles
Since last MOT+11,803 miles
PASS
Mileage96,300 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,297 miles
Since last MOT+5,640 miles
PASS
Mileage90,657 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,594 miles
Since last MOT+7,961 miles
PASS
Mileage82,633 miles
Since last MOT+8,263 miles
PASS
Mileage74,370 miles
Since last MOT+7,300 miles
PASS
Mileage67,070 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,070 miles
Since last MOT+8,194 miles
PASS
Mileage58,876 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,876 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,841 miles
Since last MOT+8,383 miles
PASS
Mileage50,458 miles
Since last MOT+82 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,376 miles
Since last MOT+8,814 miles
PASS
Mileage41,562 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (1998–2004), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Timing belt failure

Belt snaps, bending exhaust valves (interference engine design).

Thermostat housing (plastic flange)

Plastic deforms/cracks, causing coolant leaks at joint.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB03 LFF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1753cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About SB03 LFF

What car is SB03 LFF?

SB03 LFF is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB03 LFF?

The last recorded mileage for SB03 LFF was 154,520 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB03 LFF passed its MOT?

SB03 LFF has had 21 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (12 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2018.

Is SB03 LFF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB03 LFF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is SB03 LFF?

SB03 LFF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.